10 Montessori Quotes to Help Adopt a Holistic Approach to Parenting
The one thing I learned about the Montessori program as a PhD student exploring holistic education was that the program has almost as many critics as it has fans. Indeed, the Montessori method has ...
The Importance of Fostering Emotional Intelligence in Girls
Why the focus on girls? Because, statistics.
Fun, Effective Ways to Take the "Home" Out of Homework
And maybe some of the tears, too.
Mending a Teen's Bad Relationship With Literacy
There’s no saying, “It’s too late.”
If Your Kid Loved Harry Potter, They'll Love These 6 New Books About Wizardry and Magic
These six books are worthy of a Golden Snitch.
What Sending Your Kid to Kindergarten Can Teach You
And yes, there IS a song for everything.
Kid Made Recipe: Super Granola
Crunchy, sweet and slightly salty homemade granola! This version is nut free but go ahead and add up to 1/2 cup of any chopped nuts if that's your thing.
Helping Girls Find Their Voice Through Teaching Communication Skills
How can we help our girls to find their voice and develop the vital communication skills they’ll need to approach conflict and confusion?
Why Learning Is A New Procrastination
Learning has become a major trend of the 21st century. Sadly, it has also become a new form of procrastination.
10 Books to Read to Your Kids About Climate Change, Because Science
It's getting hot in here.
Piano Lessons Are Good for More Than Just Math
When my daughter started the first grade, the beginning of the school year brought more than a new teacher and new room at her elementary school. It also brought the start of piano lessons, very mu...
Kid Made Recipe: Magic Brownies
What IS in them, you ask? Magic. And black beans. Try these with your kiddos and you may never go back to “regular” brownies again, really.
How to Spot Fake News (and Teach Kids to Be Media Savvy)
What's real? What's fake? What's satire? Now that anyone with access to a phone or computer can publish information online, it's getting harder to tell.
5 Simple, Daily Habits That Will Boost Your Child’s Brain
If you want to embrace the power of simple daily habits to benefit your child’s brain development, here’s what you need to do, according to science.
A Meditation for My Daughter Before a Standardized Test
I hope that she will take a moment to read this meditation before she sharpens her number two pencils and fills out her first bubble.
Books Every Teenage Girl Should Read Before They Turn 18
Regardless of gender, religion, or politics, every teen should read these books before making their way out into the world.
10 Books to Help Your Child Understand Politics
Here are ten books about our government, policies, and leaders, for children of all ages, that can help get the conversation about politics started.
Kid Made Recipe: Rainbow Stuffed Peppers
Healthy AND tasty (really!), these cheesy, melty peppers are a cinch to prepare and will please even the pickiest kid chefs!
Disagree With Your School's Homework Policy? Speak Up.
If your kid is struggling with homework, or it feels like too much, don't be afraid to raise your voice. It could make all the difference.
Can Your Child Really Learn From Failure?
As parents, we can help children learn that failure is a normal part of life – it happens to all of us.
Stories For Kids Who Have Questions About Death
Many young kids have questions about death. These picture books- some very practical, others, more metaphorical, can help answer them.
Kid Made Recipe: Peanut Butter Chocolate Tarts
Have a young baking enthusiast help you whip up two kinds of ganache and delight the peanut butter lovers in your house with these tasty tarts!
A Different Kind of Reader: Parenting a Child With Dyslexia
According to the International Dyslexia Association, 15 to 20 percent of people have a language-based disability.
What to Consider When Choosing a Martial Arts School for Your Child
Many parents think about putting their children in a martial arts program, but choosing the right one can be difficult.